Zenit St Petersburg star Arshavin has helped Russia in the semi-finals, and Chelsea are the latest club to be linked with the playmaker.
Russian Football Federation president Vitaly Butko claims Arshavin has his heart set on a move to the Nou Camp.
"Andrei has a dream to play for Barcelona," he said. "He could easily play and show all his quality at Barcelona. Andrei doesn't have less quality than players like Deco."
Newcastle are also chasing Tottenham winger Aaron Lennon.
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